The terminal_helper_execute function in terminal/terminal.c in Xfce Terminal 0.2.6 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a crafted link, as demonstrated using the "Open Link" functionality.
CVSS Details
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 7.8
Covered by Rapid7
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | — | Upgrade xfce4-terminal | Jul 30, 2024 | Jul 15, 2007 |
| Gentoo Linux | — | Upgrade x11-terms/terminal. | Oct 30, 2017 | Jul 15, 2007 |
| Ubuntu | — | Upgrade xfce4-terminal | Nov 8, 2024 | Jul 15, 2007 |
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